Grown-ups Are Dumb (no Offense)

Dumb parents, little brothers, gigantic messes, and homework&mdashthis is the plight of young readers everywhere. And, until now, it had not been expressed by someone so close to the source. Ten-year-old Alexa Kitchen may have an unusual talent&mdashshe is the world's youngest comics artist&mdashbut she really is just like many girls her age. Just trying to get by in a world that seems determined to undermine her at every turn. Luckily she's got a way with a pen and a good sense of humor. This collection of funny, insightful cartoons based on the real-life trials of many families will resonate with young readers everywhere.